This is what Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal titles in Scotland are likely to be

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will almost certainly become a duke and duchess once they wed this May (more on that here) but did you know that they’ll hold completely different titles in Scotland?

Just as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are known as the Earl and Countess of Strathearn in Scotland, a title given to them on their wedding day in 2011, the Queen is likely to bestow upon Harry and Meghan a similar title: the Earl and Countess of Ross.

The Earl of Ross title was previously carried by King Charles I, who was executed for high treason in 1649. If, for that reason, this particular title is deemed too unlucky for that reason, Harry and Meghan could also be known as the Earl and Countess of Dumbarton.

Wendy Bosberry-Scott, of Debrett’s professional coaching company, told The Press and Journal: “The Scottish title Prince Harry receives is likely to be an earldom but there are very few clues here.”

“...at this point, it is merely speculation and many factors will have to be considered before a suitable title is chosen.”

Prince Harry will follow in his brother and father's footsteps with an Earl title

Harry’s father Prince Charles is known as the Earl of Rothesay in Scotland.

Queen Elizabeth usually bestows titles on the wedding day, but Prince Harry and Meghan have already been become notorious for breaking royal tradition - so there’s every chance an announcement could be made in the run-up to their wedding.

Paul Petrie of McBookie.com told Royal Central: “This might seem like a bit of royal pass-the-parcel but actually a lot of thought and research goes into bestowing a title.

“There is history and prestige behind each one and the Queen will be advised on what is the best fit for the couple and no doubt have her own ideas too.

“These titles are used officially when members of the royal family come to Scotland; it ensures we continue to have our own distinct identity within the United Kingdom and don't just followed the lead from England.”

The royals will also receive an Irish title, although royal watchers have not yet predicted what this will be.